I am having trouble evaluating them & want to know what the experienced folks out there think of condos, condo conversions & this type of deal.

Logan, the 2% 50% guide is an excellent starting point when evaluating a property.

Spend some time at Home Depot or Lowe's and get an idea of what supplies cost.I am in the process of getting my home inspectors certification, only to better see issues with houses that I'm looking to purchase and to better evaluate the repair costs.

I will definately use it from now on as one of my evaluating screens..Doug

If Iowa uses market value of RE as a basis for taxation, you might use that evaluation.

My name is Michelle Alden, I am interested in Property evaluation and development.

Leverage what you know already.If you don't have a high tolerance for risk, then start to evaluate investments that are more conventional.

Look good office space and evaluate building conditions.

I think where is best to begin is to evaluate yourself first, you knowledge base and skills capabilaties.

They will say the furnace should be evaluated by a professional.